Middle Tennessee edges Delaware 33-30 with late touchdown

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Last updated Oct 14, 2026

Middle Tennessee edges Delaware 33-30 with late touchdown
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Middle Tennessee hosted Delaware in Murfreesboro, TN, securing a 33-30 victory in a closely contested matchup on October 13. The game featured seven lead changes, highlighted by Roman Gagliano throwing for 291 yards and three touchdowns. Delaware's Tyler Bell also shone in his first career start, passing for 306 yards and two touchdowns. The decisive moment came when Gagliano found Neo Clifton for a late touchdown, followed by a critical interception by Bryce Williams, ensuring Middle Tennessee's win. Both teams will play again next week, with Middle Tennessee looking to improve their road record against FIU, while Delaware aims to rebound against Missouri State.

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  • •Middle Tennessee's victory featured seven lead changes.
  • •Roman Gagliano completed three touchdown passes.
  • •Tyler Bell set a freshman record for Delaware with 306 passing yards.
  • •Middle Tennessee recorded five sacks against Delaware.
  • •Next week, Middle Tennessee plays at FIU, and Delaware hosts Missouri State.
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  • 4:21 AMYahoo Sports — Middle Tennessee emerges over Delaware, 33-30, in duel with seven lead changes
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Roman Gagliano throws for 3 TD in a Tuesday night matchup that featured 7 lead changes.

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